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Kris Bryant Drives In Two More Runs
Chicago Cubs third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant continued his strong season on Tuesday versus the Washington Nationals. Bryant went 2-for-3 with a walk and RBI. Bryant shifted from right field to first base in the top of the fifth inning with first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) exiting early with lower back tightness. Bryant should soon become […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoWillson Contreras Picks Up Two More Hits
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras continued to stay on hot on Tuesday by going 2-for-5 with a pair of RBI versus the Washington Nationals. Contreras has been leading off the last four games he has started and has now hit safely in six consecutive contests. Contreras continues to perform as one of the best catchers […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoZach Davies Picks Up Another No-Decision On Tuesday
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Zach Davies picked up another no-decision on Tuesday versus the Washington Nationals. Davies worked into the sixth inning, but was yanked after he allowed a leadoff home run to Starlin Castro and then a single to Josh Harrison. Davies would finish with a final line of seven hits, three runs, one […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoAnthony Rizzo Dealing With Lower Back Tightness
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) exited Tuesday's contest with lower back tightness. Rizzo appeared to feel pain in his back in between innings during the top of the fourth inning. After the inning, Rizzo ran into the tunnel and was replaced by Jason Heyward. Rizzo has dealt with back issues in the past […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoAnthony Rizzo Exits Early On Tuesday
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo left Tuesday's game after the top of the fourth inning versus the Washington Nationals. Manager David Ross and the team trainers came out to the field with Rizzo seen stretching during warmup tosses in between innings. Rizzo would stay in the game, but the defensive star would botch a […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoJoc Pederson Absent For Second Straight Game
The Chicago Cubs have left outfielder Joc Pederson off of the lineup card for the second straight day on Tuesday versus the Washington Nationals. Pederson came to the Cubs in the offseason to be able to play against lefties, but has now been out twice in as many days versus them. It's curious timing by […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoLeury Garcia Has Three Hits In Victory
Chicago White Sox utility man Leury Garcia went 3-for-5 with two runs scored and a pair of RBI in Monday's victory versus the Minnesota Twins. Garcia has been the beneficiary of playing time with Luis Robert (hip) sidelined. Despite the nice performance, Garcia hasn't done much with the opportunity he has been given. He is […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoYermin Mercedes Won't Slow Down
Chicago White Sox designated hitter Yermin Mercedes continued his impressive season in Monday's victory versus the Minnesota Twins. Mercedes went 3-for-6 on the evening with two runs and three RBI. Mercedes has been arguably the best waiver wire pickup on the season and won't stop hitting. He has always been a contact hitter in his […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoNick Madrigal Has Big Night In Victory
Chicago White Sox second baseman Nick Madrigal put together a strong performance in Monday's victory versus the Minnesota Twins. Madrigal entered the game in a mini slump, but went 3-for-4 with a single, double and solo home run. He would finish the game 3-for-5 with two RBI. The home run was the first of his […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoDanny Mendick Hits Grand Slam In Victory
Chicago White Sox utility man Danny Mendick went 1-for-4 with one walk, five RBI, and a grand slam in Monday's victory versus the Minnesota Twins. Mendick got the start in right field with Adam Eaton getting the night off with a lefty on the mound. Mendick came through and put the Pale Hose up 10-1 […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoDallas Keuchel Picks Up Third Victory
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel picked up his third victory of the season in a rout versus the Minnesota Twins on Monday. The lefty went seven frames and allowed seven hits, three runs, zero walks and struck out seven on the evening. The seven hits were a bit alarming, but it was good […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoYoan Moncada Stays Hot On Monday
Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada went 2-for-2 with two walks in Monday's victory versus the Minnesota Twins. He also scored two runs and knocked in one. Moncada has been heating up and has now hit safely in seven straight games with three doubles over that span. The talented third baseman got off to […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoJavier Baez Blasts Ninth Home Run
Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez continued his strong season in Monday's victory versus the Washington Nationals. Baez went 1-for-4 and hit a solo home run to knock starting pitcher Jon Lester out of the game in the bottom of the sixth inning. Baez has been performing well in his walk year and now has nine […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoJason Heyward Goes Yard For Fourth Home Run
Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and three RBI versus the Washington Nationals on Monday. The home run was his fourth of the season, and he now has 12 RBI. Despite the nice game, Heyward is only hitting .180 this season. His best asset is his glove, and fantasy […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoWillson Contreras Hits Eighth Home Run
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras remained hot on Monday by going 2-for-4 with a single and solo home run versus the Washington Nationals. Contreras has been seeing the ball very well of late and has 10 hits over his last 21 at-bats. The talented catcher has now hit safely in five straight games. He remains […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoAdbert Alzolay Picks Up Victory
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Adbert Alzolay went five innings in his second victory of the season versus the Washington Nationals on Monday. Alzolay only made 63 pitches, but allowed three runs off of a solo shot by Trea Turner and a two-run home run by Kyle Schwarber. He also gave up five hits with no […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoJose Abreu Will Miss Upcoming Series With Ankle Injury
Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu (ankle) will miss the upcoming three-game series against the Minnesota Twins with left ankle inflammation. He suffered the injury after sliding into home for the winning run on Sunday. The slugger got X-rays and those came back negative with a MRI showing inflammation. Abreu's body has had a […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoJose Abreu Resting On Monday
Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu is absent from Monday's lineup. Abreu left Friday's contest early after a collision with Hunter Dozier that resulted in a facial contusion and laceration to the face and also a bruised knee. Despite the injuries, Abreu played on Saturday and Sunday. Abreu has been having a big month […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoJoc Pederson Resting On Monday
Chicago Cubs outfielder Joc Pederson will rest on Monday versus the Washington Nationals. Pederson has been scorching hot and has hit .349 over the past month in 49 at-bats. Pederson has been getting starts versus lefties this season, but manager David Ross has chosen to have him rest against Jon Lester. With Pederson on the […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoDylan Cease Picks Up No-Decision On Sunday
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease allowed three hits, one run (zero earned), three walks and recorded three strikeouts in 5 2/3 innings against the Royals on Sunday. The young righty would receive a no-decision in the outing. Cease didn't record many strikeouts in this contest, but he has strung together a few good […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoKyle Hendricks Gets Victory On Sunday
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks bounced back in a big way in Sunday's victory versus the Detroit Tigers. Hendricks was crushed for six runs in his last outing versus the Pittsburgh Pirates, but pulled a 180 in Sunday's performance. Hendricks went eight innings and was pulled in the bottom of the ninth inning after […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoIan Happ Has Big Game In Victory
Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ had himself a day in Sunday's victory versus the Detroit Tigers. It was Happ's second game since returning from the injured list with bruised ribs and he made sure to make it an impressive one. The outfielder went 3-for-4 with a single, double and two-run home run in the Cubs […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoJose Abreu Blasts Eighth Home Run
Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu went 2-for-4 with a towering solo home run in Saturday's loss. Abreu was questionable entering the evening, because he suffered a facial contusion and laceration to go along with a sore knee after colliding with Hunter Dozier on Friday. Abreu has been hot in the month of May […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoCarlos Rodon Suffers First Loss
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon picked up his first loss of the season on Saturday versus the Kansas City Royals. The lefty worked 5 2/3 innings and allowed eight hits, four runs, three walks and struck out five on the evening. It was his worst performance of the year and he is now […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoCraig Kimbrel Blows Second Save
Chicago Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel picked up his second blown save of the season and picked up his second loss versus the Detroit Tigers on Saturday. Kimbrel was called upon with an 8-7 lead in the bottom of the tenth inning. Kimbrel got Miguel Cabrera to pop out to open the frame, but then allowed […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoAnthony Rizzo Knocks In Three Runs
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo went 2-for-5 with a run scored and three RBI in Saturday's victory. It was a nice performance for the first baseman that has been off to a slow start this season. Rizzo has historically been one of the most consistent and safe options at first base and he is […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoMatt Duffy Has Big Day In Loss
Chicago Cubs infielder Matt Duffy had himself a day in Saturday's loss versus the Detroit Tigers. Duffy went 3-for-5 with a run scored, five RBI and a three-run home run. Duffy also delivered a go-ahead RBI single in the top of the tenth inning, but it wasn't enough for a Cubs victory. Duffy's home run […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoTrevor Williams Only Lasts Two Innings On Saturday
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Trevor Williams only last two innings in a no-decision on Saturday versus the Detroit Tigers. Williams allowed four hits, three runs, two walks and struck out two on the afternoon. Williams struggled with his command early and manager David Ross wasn't shy with giving him the hook early. Williams now owns […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoAdam Eaton Won't Start On Saturday
Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Eaton will be on the bench for Saturday's game versus the Kansas City Royals with left-hander Mike Minor on the mound. Eaton had a strong start to the season, but he has been in a major slump lately. Eaton is hitting just .188 over the past month, but has produced […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoYasmani Grandal Will Rest On Saturday
Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal will rest on Saturday versus the Kansas City Royals. Grandal has been off to a rough start this season, but he has hit two dingers this week. Grandal has been drawing plenty of walks this season, but he only has nine hits over 72 at-bats. It's encouraging that Grandal […]
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